Dr. Sowmya Puthalapattu
Nephrology in Kingwood, Texas
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 23+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Sowmya Puthalapattu, MD, is a Nephrology specialist in Kingwood, Texas. She attended and graduated from medical school in 2001, having over 23 years of diverse experience, especially in Nephrology. She is affiliated with many hospitals including Houston Northwest Medical Center, Kingwood Medical Center, Memorial Hermann Northeast, Memorial Medical Center Livingston. Dr. Sowmya Puthalapattu also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Sowmya Puthalapattu Pa. Dr. Sowmya Puthalapattu accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (281) 401-9540 to request Dr. Sowmya Puthalapattu the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Sowmya Puthalapattu |
| Gender |
Female |
| PECOS ID |
3678613080 |
| Sole Proprietor |
No - She does not own an unincorporated business by herself. |
| Accepts Medicare Assignment |
She does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance. |
Medical Specialties
- Nephrology (primary specialty)
- Internal Medicine
Experience
- Over 23 years of diverse experience
Credentials
- Medical Doctor (MD)
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Doctor of Medicine (MD or DM), or in Latin: Medicinae Doctor, meaning "Teacher of Medicine", is a terminal degree for physicians and surgeons. In countries that follow the tradition of the United States, it is a first professional graduate degree awarded upon graduation from medical school.
Education and Training
- Dr. Sowmya Puthalapattu graduated from medical school in 2001.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1316188519
- NPI Enumeration Date: Wednesday, March 18, 2009
- NPPES Last Update: Tuesday, October 17, 2017
Quality Reporting
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eRx - She does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
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PQRS - She does not report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
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EHR - She does not use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
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MHI - She does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
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MOC - She does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.
Language Spoken by Dr. Sowmya Puthalapattu
Medical Licenses
Dr. Sowmya Puthalapattu has been primarily specialized in Nephrology for over 23 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Internal Medicine / Nephrology
click for detail Nephrology An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.
| N1841 | Texas |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
click for detail Internal Medicine A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
| N1841 | Texas |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Houston, Texas | Acute Care Hospitals | Proprietary |
| Kingwood, Texas | Acute Care Hospitals | Proprietary |
| Humble, Texas | Acute Care Hospitals | Government - Hospital District Or Authority |
| Livingston, Texas | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
| Sowmya Puthalapattu Pa | 2 |
Practice Locations
201 Kingwood Medical Dr
Kingwood, TX 77339-6016
Phone: (281) 401-9540
Office Hours:
- Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
This doctor profile was updated by using the public dataset from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) which is publicized on
Friday, November 17, 2017, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
Tuesday, October 17, 2017. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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